Navigating Life From The Cross

Revive Your Relationship with God Now!

In this video, Pastor Scott Thom talks about reviving your relationship with God when feeling disconnected or stagnant. He highlights the importance of humility, prayer, faith, and action in reconnecting with God. Drawing from scripture (2 Chronicles 7:14-15, Hebrews 11:6), he emphasizes personal growth, turning away from sin, and acting in faith to restore a vibrant relationship with God. Pastor Scott encourages viewers to reflect on their spiritual life, renew their commitment, and trust God with a renewed sense of purpose and love.

 Discussion Questions:

1. When was the last time you felt truly connected with God, and what helped you experience that closeness?
2. How can pride hinder your relationship with God, and what steps can you take to stay humble before Him?
3. What specific actions can you take to demonstrate your faith and trust in God this week?
4. Reflecting on 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, what areas of your life need healing or renewal through God's presence?
5. In what ways can you actively seek God's presence and grow spiritually, even during times of stagnation?

Prayer Points:

• Prayer for Humility: Ask God to remove any pride and grant you a humble heart to draw closer to Him.
• Prayer for Revival: Pray for a spiritual renewal, asking God to restore your passion and commitment to Him.
• Prayer for Faith: Pray for the strength to trust in God's plan, take faith-filled actions, and experience His presence in your life.
• Prayer for Healing: Seek God's healing over any area of your life that feels distant from Him.
• Prayer for Salvation: For those who haven’t committed their lives to Christ, pray that they would confess their sins, turn to God, and accept Jesus as their Savior.

 Action Steps:

1. Reflect & Repent: Take time to examine your life, identify areas where you may have grown stagnant, and repent for any sin or pride.
2. Set a Prayer Routine: Establish a consistent time each day to pray, asking God for guidance and renewal in your relationship with Him.
3. Act in Faith: Find one action this week where you can step out in faith, trusting God for a breakthrough in your spiritual life.
4. Share the Word: Reach out to someone who might be struggling spiritually and share this video's message of revival and renewal.
5. Commit to Growth: Engage in one activity (such as reading scripture, serving, or attending church) to help you grow spiritually.

Keywords:

Revival

Relationship with God

Spiritual renewal

Pastor Scott Thom

Humility before God

Prayer for revival

Faith in action

2 Chronicles 7:14-15

How to grow spiritually

Reconnecting with God

Overcoming spiritual stagnation

Christian growth

Renewal of faith

Healing through God

Spiritual revival

Praying Through Tears: Finding Strength in Life’s Hardships

In this video, Pastor Scott Thom discusses the power of praying through tears, drawing from Psalm 39 and other scriptures. He reflects on how David, in times of pain and sorrow, chose to restrain his emotions, pray, and reflect on God's guidance. Pastor Scott emphasizes the importance of controlling one's emotions, seeking God's perspective, and finding healing and joy even through life's hardships. The video encourages viewers to trust in God as their Shepherd, drawing strength from Him during difficult times.

Discussion Questions:

1. How do you respond emotionally when faced with pain or hardship? Do you tend to speak out of anger or hold back like David did?
2. What are some practical ways you can cope with emotional turmoil and seek God’s guidance in those moments?
3. Reflecting on the brevity of life, how can we adjust our perspective when dealing with challenges that seem overwhelming?
4. Why is it important to avoid pity parties when going through tough situations, and how can we move forward with a positive outlook?
5. How can you practice kindness and forgiveness in your relationships, even when you’re hurt, as Ephesians 4:32 suggests?

Prayer Points:

1. Pray for emotional control and wisdom to hold your tongue when facing painful situations.
2. Ask God to help you gain His perspective on life’s challenges and teach you how to respond with love and integrity.
3. Pray for healing and restoration, trusting that God will turn your tears into joy.
4. Ask for strength to forgive others as Christ forgave you, even when it's difficult.
5. Pray that God becomes your Shepherd, guiding you through life's trials and bringing peace to your heart.

Action Steps:

1. Practice holding your emotions in check during a difficult situation this week and take time to reflect before responding.
2. Spend time in prayer and meditation, asking God to help you understand the brevity of life and how to prioritize peace over pain.
3. Seek to forgive someone who has hurt you, reflecting on how Christ forgave you, and extend grace even if you don’t feel like it.
4. Journal your feelings and prayers, acknowledging where you feel hurt and asking God to heal those areas.
5. Find someone to encourage who might be going through emotional pain, offering words of hope and comfort rooted in God’s promises.

Keywords

• Praying through tears
• Psalm 39 explanation
• Emotional control in prayer
• Overcoming pain with faith
• Finding joy through hardship
• God as Shepherd
• Pastor Scott Thom teaching
• Forgiveness and healing
• Christian emotional growth
• Trusting God during trials
• Christian perspective on suffering